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Human-AI collaborative intelligence: Ethical and legal considerations
The present globe benefits from the unprecedented growth of science and technology. The invention of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has opened a vast horizon of possibilities, choices, and capabilities for humans and society. AI-powered human-like systems provide substantial interaction and collaboration for better results in many fields. The speed, efficiency, and effectiveness of AI systems prompted almost all sectors, like healthcare, education, transport, and communication to invest in them. This resulted in shifting attention from human-human collective intelligence to human-AI collaborative intelligence. This shift has significantly contributed to many fields and reduces the security risks to humans. However, there are also many ethical and legal concerns in this innovative area, like data privacy, transparency issues, liability, and accountability. This chapter, using analytical and critical methods, examines the functioning of collaborative intelligence and suggests the required ethical and legal principles for incorporation into national and international policy design. 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. -
Human-Centered Insights Into ChatGPT in General Education: A Mixed-Methods Analysis of Scopus Publications
Artificial intelligence has become the need of the hour with balancing technological advancement and the timeless values of critical thinking, creativity, and ethical learning. Educators and students looking for writing assistance, quick access to information, communicating with others, or developing their language skills will consider CharGPT to be the most useful tool. This chapter focuses on user per-spectives, attitudes and concerns towards CharGPT to essentially guide the ethical development. These trends reveal that ChatGPT has rapidly transitioned from a novel tool to a mainstream academic companion, making it imperative to investigate not just its technological potential but its human-centered implications for general education. This study was conducted through a mixed approach with a systematic analysis of Scopus published research. The authors also extracted Scopus published data and analyzed it using NVivo and VOS viewer software. The sentiment analysis proved that the maximum number of studies affirmed positivity emphasizing the wider acceptance of Chat GPT. 2026 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Human-Centered Intelligence in Financial Decision-Making
In the rapidly evolving landscape of twentyfirst-century finance, digitized financial services have become ubiquitous, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) emerging as a transformative force. This chapter investigates consumers contemporary dilemma in personal finance, navigating the intersection between traditional reliance on social networks for financial wisdom and the allure of AI-driven FinTech solutions. The study, encompassing 163 individuals, explores their financial decision-making preferences to discern whether they gravitate toward human connections or AI. The literature review categorizes findings into Digital Financial Literacy, FinTech, and Financial Socialization, offering insights into aspects such as autonomy, confidence, subjective well-being, and the digital divide. The chapter employs regression analysis, revealing the substantial impact of human connection and artificial intelligence on financial well-being. The significant relationships are the predictive power of these variables in shaping financial outcomes. This comprehensive exploration contributes valuable insights into the dynamic interplay between human connections and AI in personal finance. It provides a structured overview of key themes and emphasizes the need for a balanced approach that leverages the strengths of both human connections and AI to enhance overall financial well-being. The findings are helpful for individuals navigating the contemporary financial landscape, emphasizing the importance of informed decision-making that integrates the strengths of interpersonal relationships and cutting-edge AI technologies. The nexus of personal relationships, social networks, and AI has wide-ranging socioeconomic implications for various domains, individuals, households, and financial institutions. Financial well-being and artificial intelligence are emerging subjects of paramount importance in the current phase of the economy. Closer collaboration between these will likely generate new and useful insights into the financial decision-making of individuals and households. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2026. -
Human-Centric Innovation: Building Sustainable Organizations for Industry 5.0
Human-centric innovation is paramount in building sustainable organizations in the era of Industry 5.0. As businesses transition from purely technology- driven models to those that integrate human creativity and advanced technologies, a new paradigm emergesone that places human well- being, ethical considerations, and sustainability at its core. This article delves into how organizations can leverage human- centric innovation to create more sustainable business practices, addressing environmental, social, and economic challenges. It discusses strategies such as empowering employees through inclusive decision- making, adopting design thinking to foster sustainable product development, and using digital tools that enhance both productivity and human health. By embracing a human- centered approach, organizations can achieve a balance between technological advancement and alignment with broader societal goals. This approach is crucial for navigating the complexities of Industry 5.0 and fostering sustainable growth in an increasingly interconnected world. 2025 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Human-Centric Innovation: Building Sustainable Organizations for Industry 5.0
Human-centric innovation is paramount in building sustainable organizations in the era of Industry 5.0. As businesses transition from purely technology- driven models to those that integrate human creativity and advanced technologies, a new paradigm emergesone that places human well- being, ethical considerations, and sustainability at its core. This article delves into how organizations can leverage human- centric innovation to create more sustainable business practices, addressing environmental, social, and economic challenges. It discusses strategies such as empowering employees through inclusive decision- making, adopting design thinking to foster sustainable product development, and using digital tools that enhance both productivity and human health. By embracing a human- centered approach, organizations can achieve a balance between technological advancement and alignment with broader societal goals. This approach is crucial for navigating the complexities of Industry 5.0 and fostering sustainable growth in an increasingly interconnected world. 2025 by IGI Global Scientific Publishing. All rights reserved. -
Human-Computer Interaction: Innovations and Challenges in Virtual Reality
In an effort to shed light on the advances and difficulties that are shaping the area of Virtual Reality (VR), this research paper digs into the ever-evolving world of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) within the context of VR. We have found important insights with theoretical and practical applications via a careful research technique comprising mathematical modelling, data collecting, and empirical analysis. Through our investigation of new technologies, we have shown the revolutionary potential of haptic feedback systems in VR settings. Our results, backed by a solid mathematical model, provide light on the measurable effect of haptic feedback and suggest it has the potential to radically alter user experiences in fields as diverse as gaming, instruction, and treatment. At the same time, we have overcome a number of obstacles inherent to virtual reality human-computer interaction, including motion sickness. Our mathematical model of motion sickness and its treatment lays the groundwork for creating VR experiences that are both enjoyable and safe for a wider range of users. This study highlights the ethical implications of VR HCI, highlighting the importance of responsible development and deployment in addition to advances and problems. To make sure that the advantages of this gamechanging technology are used in a responsible manner, we discuss issues like privacy, informed consent, and the possibility for addiction in VR. Our results, as we reach the end of our trip, are both a celebration of potential and a guide for where VR HCI is headed. They motivate more research into inclusive and human-centered design, personalized motion sickness prevention, and cutting-edge haptic feedback technologies. To further lead the development of VR HCI, we advocate for continuous multidisciplinary cooperation and the adoption of thorough ethical rules and regulations. 2024 IEEE. -
Human-machine interaction: Ethical and legal considerations
In the era of digitalization and technological advancement it is crucial to note the dichotomy between the earlier and present times with regard to human-machine interaction. Previously human controlled machines but today its opposite happens. Human-Machine Interface has so deeply touched the life of the present generation and its most explicit example could be the change from a basic push button to a touch-screen display. A simple touch has multiple effects on people's daily life. Innovation has permeated and influenced daily physical activities. Every time people use an ATM, food dispenser, snack machine, touchscreen, cloud computing, etc., they inevitably make interactions between humans and machines. Since the applications of HMI cover numerous fields, several ethical and legal considerations should be taken into account for making it effective and viable. In this perspective, the authors analyze the challenges of Human Machine Interaction suggesting a concrete policy design for its effective application. 2025, IGI Global Scientific Publishing. -
Human-Machine Interactions andAgility inSoftware Development
A modern organization cannot function without project management. Organizations, governments, and non-profits recognize how important modern project techniques are to the success of their IT projects. Many people understand that excellent project skills are crucial for remaining competitive in the workplace. Many project management concepts will help them with their everyday interactions with people and technology. Project management aims to plan, organize, motivate, and control resources to accomplish specific objectives and meet specific success criteria. The major challenge is to achieve all the project goals and objectives while respecting the preconceived constraints of the project. Project management for data science is easy with Agile. Understanding the different approaches to project management and how they can fit into information science is essential. Several project management tools are available to maintain and report on a projects progress. As proposed in this paper, a comprehensive study on project management and Agile methodologies helps enhance the teams interactions when working for data science project management. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. 2024. -
Humancomputer interaction for cognitive, emotional and learning well-being
HumanComputer Interaction (HCI) has revolutionized the way humans engage with technology, shaping cognitive, emotional, and learning experiences. This chapter explores HCI's impact on well-being, focusing on cognitive load reduction, emotional stability, and adaptive learning. HCI technologies such as AI-driven decision support, emotion-aware systems, and personalized education platforms enhance user engagement by fostering efficiency and well-being. Cognitive well-being benefits from AI-powered cognitive tools that improve memory, decision-making, and mental agility. Emotional well-being is facilitated by affect-sensitive systems, digital therapeutics, and social HCI that reduce stress and increase emotional engagement. Adaptive learning systems, gamification, and assistive technologies also ensure inclusive education by making learning more personalized and accessible to special needs students. Future HCI trends involve neuroadaptive interfaces, wearable-integrated health technology, and AI-based mental health solutions that all improve personalization and user experience. Yet ethical issues, such as data privacy, digital addiction, and algorithmic biases, need to be addressed in order to maintain responsible technology utilization. Achieving balance between digital and physical interactions is important in the preservation of general well-being. The future of HCI, where it becomes empathetic, adaptive, and ethical interfaces, is a future that sees technology enhance not just efficiency but cognitive, emotional, and learning well-being. By making ethical AI design and user-centric experiences a priority, HCI will continue to unleash human potential and develop durable, well-being-oriented technological solutions. 2026 Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. -
HumanComputer Interaction Technique for Irrigation and Sun Tracking Solar Panel Model
Humancomputer interaction (HCI) is an acquainted field of study concentrating on the design of computer innovation and, specifically, the interaction between computers and humans. While at first about computers, HCI has since extended to cover practically all types of data innovation design. Agriculture uses most of the natural resources, and the use of these natural resources will increase. In irrigation system, depending upon the moisture of the soil, water is provided to the plant. Two things are very important, first to get information about the humidity and temperature of the soil and second to measure the soil moisture. The Bluetooth module is added in the system so the water can be controlled through the mobile device. A solar tracking system is used to track the solar rays and convert them into electricity for pumping of water for irrigation purposes. There is a motor and two solenoid valves which control the water supply, according to the information obtained from the sensors which are placed. In a solar tracking system, LDRs are used as the main light sensors. The sensors are used to sense the soil moisture, temperature, and humidity, and if the moisture content is very low, then the motor is automatically switched on and will be turned off after getting the required water to the soil. For this, there is a GSM that is used to send the notification to the farmers. This chapter deals with the process of implementing an IoT-based model for smart irrigation and sun tracking solar panel for electricity to reduce human efforts. 2020, Springer Nature Switzerland AG. -
HumanComputer Interactions with ArtificialIntelligence and Future Trends of HCIA Study
Artificial Intelligence, the name itself depicts the meaning that providing the knowledge of human to the machine artificially. AI is not a sense or feeling but the software or a model evolved to do complex tasks like human beings. With the invention of computer it has become so easy to do day to day jobs without much effort. HCI is all about interacting with computers. Now-a days it is possible to mesh with the computer through voice, touch, eye movement, and hand gestures. HCI has many challenges but has established in grand manner with the support of Artificial Intelligence. This study provides some important roles of Artificial Intelligence in HCI and its future development. 2023, The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. -
Humanising History through Graphic Narratives: Exploring Stories of Home and Displacement from the North-East of India
Literature from the North-East has responded to national, global and local issues, including questions on immigration and ethnic violence. They have resisted the colonial framework of representation and have invoked a sense of cultural and ethnic particularity (Sarma, 2013). This literature has adopted a multilingual register to respond to 1) patriarchal and 2) ethnonationalist discourses that have a forced and overbearing presence in the everyday lives of people and their stories. These writings evoke an ethno-critical approach that engages otherness and difference in such a way as to provoke an interrogation of and a challenge to our familiar realms of experience and is consistent with a recognition and legitimation of heterogeneity (Sarma, 2013). Select stories from First Hand (Volume II, 2018) - The Lonely Courtyard (2018), My Name is Jahanara (2018), and A Market Story (2019) by Kumdo Yumnam provide the heterogeneity that is characteristic of the works of literature emerging from the North-East, thereby resisting the homogeneity often indicative of the term 'North-East'. The analysis will explore how the selected texts negotiate textuality and visuality in a specific manner to present an archive of everyday life that humanises history. 2022 Aesthetics Media Services. All rights reserved. -
Humanizing Industry 5.0: Creating Human-centric Experiences
Industry 5.0 (I5.0) saw a paradigm shift from a human-centric automation approach that focused on well-being, sustainability, and resilience. The transformation further elevates the process of personalization in various industries. We focus on the progression of personalization from a traditional rule-based system to advanced technologies. The technological revolution in I5.0 has transformed how we view personalization. The integration of technologies like the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI), and digital twin technology is allowing businesses to create highly tailored products. This includes personalized recommendations, targeted marketing campaigns, and immersive experiences in the metaverse. The chapter further analyzes various techniques and models in personalization, like collaborative filtering, content-based filtering, and hybrid approaches. Technological advancements also bring many challenges. Concerns like data privacy, hesitancy to share personal information, and irrelevant personalization can impact the content of personalization. The ethical implications of AI personalization, like potential biases and discriminatory outcomes, require careful attention. It is important to balance the benefits of personalization with individuals privacy rights and equitable access to personalized services. 2026 Aarti Saini and Vikas Garg. -
Humanizing technology: The impact of emotional intelligence on healthcare user experience
This investigation underscores the importance of humanizing technology within the healthcare sector, with a specific focus on the significant role of emotional intelligence in shaping the interactions between patients and healthcare providers, particularly in the context of advancing healthcare technology. By integrating empathy into medical interfaces and devices, the user experience is fundamentally grounded in human aspects. The study delves into firsthand experiences of patients using emotionally intelligent healthcare solutions that not only meet their medical needs but also address the emotional complexities of illness and recovery. The integration of emotional sensitivity in medical technology strives to enhance patient comfort and foster more open and communicative relationships between healthcare providers and recipients. Moreover, the research presents a framework for emotional intelligence in healthcare technology, encompassing elements such as emotional recognition, response, and management. This framework is designed to promote a culture of patient understanding and support, enabling healthcare technology to adapt to the emotional requirements of patients. In the ever-evolving healthcare landscape,it is essential to recognize the profound impact of embedding empathy in medical technology, ultimately shaping a more empathetic future for healthcare interactions. 2024 by IGI Global. -
Humanizing the Workplace Through STARA: Examining the Roles of Perceived Usefulness and Perceived Organizational Support
This manuscript examines the transformative role of Smart Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, And Algorithms (STARA) in influencing the trajectory of the future of work, emphasizing the imperative of humanizing the workplace to ensure the longevity of business sustainability. Centred on primary data, a comprehensive literature review scrutinizes modular integrations and explanations, focusing on key variables such as Perceived Usefulness and Perceived Organizational Support. The research employs a conceptual framework to delineate the interplay between STARA, Perceived Usefulness, and Perceived Organizational Support. Methodologically, the research design and data collection methods are detailed, emphasizing the modular integration of measurement instruments. The results are presented, amalgamating crucial findings on the influence of STARA on repercussions for the future of work, emphasizing the incorporation of STARA to foster a more human-centric work environment for business sustainability. Practical suggestions are outlined for companies, accentuating integration opportunities. The conclusion emphasizes the importance of STARA in shaping the future of work, setting the stage for forthcoming research efforts in this dynamic domain. STARA, Future of Work, Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Organizational Support, Workplace Innovation, Business Sustainability. The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Switzerland AG 2024. -
HumanWildlife Conflict in Kerala Conservation Policies and the Elusive Ethics of Peaceful Coexistence
The troubled humanwildlife relationship in the highlands of Kerala is a matter of growing concern due to the constant disruption of the lives and livelihoods of the people who share space with wildlife. Debates surrounding the complexities of humanwildlife conflict often persist, largely due to the divide between the environmentalist perception of conservation and the experiences of farmers confronting wildlife-related threats. This study demonstrates that the precarious social and economic circumstances of the farmers and local communities directly affected by the inter-species conflict undermine the skewed discourse promoting coexistence between humans and wildlife. 2025, Economic and Political Weekly. All rights reserved. -
Humour as a Moderator Between Hassles and Well-Being
Humour is a universal phenomenon that offers several physiological and psychological benefits across cultures. The objectives of this study were to examine the relationships between daily hassles, humour and well-being; and to investigate the moderating effect of humour on the relationship between hassles and well-being. A correlational design was adopted to collect data from 644 participants (men = 300, women = 344), aged between 18 and 58years using purposive and snowballing sampling techniques. The Daily Hassles Scale, Sense of Humour Questionnaire (SHQ-R) and the Personal Well-Being IndexAdult (PWI-A) were administered to the sample. The self-report measures were appropriately scored and the collective data were analyzed. Statistical analyses revealed a positive relationship between sense of humour and well-being. A negative relationship was observed between sense of humour and hassles; and between well-being and hassles. Further, sense of humour was found to be moderating the relationship between daily hassles and well-being. This study highlights the role of humour in softening the impact of hassles on the well-being of the Indian population. This strengthens the construct of humour in the context of positive psychology. The Author(s) under exclusive licence to National Academy of Psychology (NAOP) India 2024. -
Humour as a moderator of stress and defence based coping mechanisms among the youth of Kerala, India
The goal of this study was to examine the effect of the moderators of adaptive and maladaptive humour on stress and on the four levels of defence based coping mechanism amongst the youth of Kerala, India. Four hundred and fifty-three youth between the age of 18 and 40, selected from two different cities of North Kerala, India (Calicut, Malappuram) and Central Kerala, India (Cochin, Trissur), were asked to fill out three questionnaires assessing stress, coping and humour. Pearson's test of product-moment correlation indicated that stress had a positive and moderate statistically significant correlation with the first three levels of defence based coping mechanism (pathological defences, immature defences and neurotic defences). Furthermore, there was a positive and weak statistically significant correlation between stress and level-IV coping (mature defences). When positive and moderate correlation was found for stress with maladaptive humour, no significant correlation was found with adaptive humour. When coping was studied in relationship with humour, a negative and weak statistically significant correlation was found for level-I coping (pathological defences) with adaptive humour, whereas a positive and moderate statistically significant correlation was found with maladaptive humour. Here level-IV coping (mature defences) was found to have a positive and moderate statistically significant relationship with adaptive and maladaptive humour. Moderator analysis showed that maladaptive humour moderated the association between stress and four levels of defence based coping mechanism. The study implied that youth should be trained to use more of mature means of coping and adaptive humour styles in life. Universiti Putra Malaysia Press -
Hunter Prey Optimization for Optimal Allocation of Photovoltaic Units in Radial Distribution System for Real Power Loss and Voltage Stability Optimization
Renewable Energy (RE) based Distribution Generation (DG), is a widely accepted eco-friendly alternative to conventional energy production. On the basic note, a DG is used to provide a part of or all of a customers real power demand and/or as a standby supply, and of all various existing types of DG technologies, Photovoltaic (PV) type distribution generation is considered for the study. The location of distributed generation is defined as the installation and operation of electric power generation modules connected directly to the distribution network or the network on the customer side of the meter, hence signifying the optimal location and size of the DGs used. This paper proposes a new algorithm of Hunter-Prey Optimization (HPO) to determine the optimal allocation of PV integration in the radial distribution systems (RDS). HPO is a new population-based algorithm inspired by the hunting behavior of a carnivore. The optimal sizing and siting of the PVs are determined by the proposed algorithm of HPO and are tested in MATLABR2021b on standard IEEE-33 and 69 test bus systems. On the basic of comparative study with literature, HPO is performed efficiently for solving multi-variable complex optimization problem. Also, the performance of RDSs is significantly improved with optimal PV allocations. 2023, The Author(s), under exclusive license to Springer Nature Singapore Pte Ltd. -
HunterPrey Optimization Algorithm for Optimal Allocation of PV, DSTATCOM, and EVCS in Radial Distribution Systems
This research article instigates a seminal approach for optimizing reactive power in renewable energy sources (RES) and electric vehicles (EVs) coalescing distribution systems, using the innovative HunterPrey Optimization (HPO) algorithm in conjunction with DSTATCOM as a reactive power compensator. The proposed methodology aims to minimize losses, enhance voltage stability, and improve overall system performance by simultaneously optimizing reactive power flows in photovoltaic RES (PV_DG), EV charging stations (EVCS), and DSTATCOMs within the distribution system. Simulations carried on IEEE-33, IEEE-69, and IEEE-118 test bus systems in MATLAB environment demonstrate that the HPO-based approach achieves a 91.47% and 96.61% reduction in real power losses and an improvement in voltage profile with a minimum voltage value of 0.991 and 0.994 p.u. (respectively for IEEE-33 and 69 bus systems), compared to traditional algorithms. These results highlight the lofty performance of the HPO method, effectively addressing the challenges posed by the integration of RES and EVs along with DSTATCOM. 2024 John Wiley & Sons Ltd.